1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 21 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
