2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
