2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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 150 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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 2011 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Grand Espace | DBS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
