2008 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
