2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
