2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Veracruz | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |