1998 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
