2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
