2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 123 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Espace | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
