2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 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. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
