1998 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | ES | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
