1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |