1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Grand Espace | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |