2007 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Espace | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
