2002 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 5 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
