2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
