2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
