2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | LR3 | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |