1995 Porsche 928 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 928 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 928 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |