2009 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
