2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Espace | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
