2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Terraza | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
