2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
