2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Avenger | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
