1996 Renault Safrane 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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Safrane and 2002 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
