2007 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Antara | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
