Renault Espace 2000 vs Renault Espace 2003
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 188 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Renault Espace 2003 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Espace 2000 engine produces 25 HP less power than Renault Espace 2003, whereas torque is 62 NM less than Renault Espace 2003. Due to the lower power, Renault Espace 2000 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 10.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.2 l/100km | 10.4 l/100km | |
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The Renault Espace 2003 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Renault Espace 2000 consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Renault Espace 2003, which means that by driving the Renault Espace 2000 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Renault Espace 2000 consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Espace 2003. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 litres | 83 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 1020 km on highway | ||
| 630 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | 175 mm (6.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Espace 2003 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Espace 2003 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Espace 2003 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Espace 2000 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Espace 2000 2.0 engine Renault Espace 2003 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Espace 2003 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.52 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.69 m | 1.73 m | |
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Renault Espace 2000 is smaller. Renault Espace 2000 is 14 cm shorter than the Renault Espace 2003, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Renault Espace 2000 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 275 litres | 291 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | 275 litres | 291 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2850 litres | 2860 litres | |
| In 7-seat version Renault Espace 2003 has more luggage space (by 16 litres). The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Espace 2003 (by 10 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Espace 2000 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Renault Espace 2003, which means Renault Espace 2000 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`350 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | low | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1400 | |
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