2007 Fiat Siena 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 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 760 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
