2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Espace | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
