2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
