1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea 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 415 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Marea | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |