2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Renault Grand Espace and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Espace | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |