2005 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Sunfire | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |