2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum. 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6058 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
