2007 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |