2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Espace | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
