2009 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Espace would be higher. Both 2009 Renault Espace and 2012 Mercedes-Benz S are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espace | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
