1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid 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 410 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
