2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 XLR. 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 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | XLR | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |