2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Grand Espace | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |