2002 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
