2005 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Renault | Maserati |
| Model | Espace | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
