2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Enclave | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |