2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |