2000 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
