2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Renault Grand Espace and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Espace | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |