2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Espace | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
