1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
