1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante 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 182 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Allante | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
