2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2008 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2008 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Espace | SX4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |