2003 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 884 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
