2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 306 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |