2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault 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 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GranSport | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
