2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |