2007 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 XTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Espace | XTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
