2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
