2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
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 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 241 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Espace | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |