2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
