2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 48 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |