2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Espace | SRX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |