2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 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 21 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Espace | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
