2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 2 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 69 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 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:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | H1 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
