2011 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Espace | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
