2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault 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 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | GranSport | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
