1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |
