1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 5 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Grand Espace | City |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |