2003 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 1 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. Both 2003 Opel Astra and 2002 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1410 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
