2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SL | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |