2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Grand Espace | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |
