1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 536 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
