1998 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 1998 Holden Statesman and 1998 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Because 1998 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Statesman | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Statesman | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |