2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 595 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Espace | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
