1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Sovereign | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
