2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 766 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Espace | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
