2007 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 307 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |