2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Viper and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
