2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
