2012 Proton Savvy vs. 2012 Renault Espace

To start off, both 2012 Proton Savvy and 2012 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 870 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Proton Savvy 2012 Renault Espace
Make Proton Renault
Model Savvy Espace
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 239 HP
Torque 105 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 165 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2110 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 83 L


 

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