2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Mercedes-Benz Renault
Model CL Grand Espace
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5461 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 382 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L


 

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