2004 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Espace | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Espace | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
