2008 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 30 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2010 Renault Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Antara | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |