1994 Renault Express vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Renault Express 2007 Renault Grand Espace
Make Renault Renault
Model Express Grand Espace
Year Released 1994 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 45 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2880 mm


 

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