2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 490 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Espace | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |