2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 584 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
