1998 Buick Signia vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Signia | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |