2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
