2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Espace | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |