2008 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Antara | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
