2002 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 505 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 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
