2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Espace | 607 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
