2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 10 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SL | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |