1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
