2003 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane 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 410 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (184 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
