2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Q7 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
