2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
