2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Renault Espace | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | Cayenne | Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 83 L |