2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Grand Espace | Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |