2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 352 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
