2008 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
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 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
