2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Espace | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
