2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Grand Espace | Journey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |