2007 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. Both 2007 Renault Espace and 2002 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Espace | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
