2007 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.

Because 2007 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Infiniti FX 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Infiniti Renault
Model FX Grand Espace
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L


 

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