2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Grandeur | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
