2002 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 6 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, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Rover 25. 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 Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
