2004 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Tata Safari | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Tata | Renault |
Model | Safari | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |