2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
