2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 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 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 83 L |
