2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
