2007 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Renault Espace and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
