2002 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
