1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 835 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
