2007 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Espace | ATS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
