2012 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2012 Renault Espace and 2012 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. 2012 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Espace | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
