2011 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Espace | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Espace | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
