2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
