2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 355 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | R | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
