1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1995 Bristol Blenheim 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 1995 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Blenheim | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
