1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace 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 8 kg more than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
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 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
