2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Proton Satria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 671 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Renault | Proton |
| Model | Grand Espace | Satria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
