2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 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 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 501 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, 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GranSport | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
