2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
