2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
