2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
