2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 866 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Renault | Maserati |
| Model | Espace | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
