2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
