2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
