2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |