2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
