2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression
To start off, both 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique and 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace 1.9 dCi Authentique | 2005 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 Expression | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
