1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 452 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Verada | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
