2007 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Espace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
