2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB7 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 2008 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
