2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 338 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |