1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
