2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace. 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
