2007 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Espace | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
