2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Stilo 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Fiat Renault
Model Stilo Grand Espace
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 83 L