2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (169 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
