2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Renault | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Espace | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |