2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 2007 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
