2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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 106 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Centieme | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
