2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano 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 363 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Grand Espace | Verano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
