2002 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 Renault Espace and 2009 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna 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 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
