2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 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 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Grand Espace | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |
