2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
