2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ8 and 2007 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XJ8 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |