2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | CTS | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |