2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
