2008 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Espace | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Espace | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |