1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
