2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 212 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Blackhawk | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
