2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
