2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Espace | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
