2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Legacy and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 207 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Subaru | Renault |
Model | Legacy | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |