1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 190 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
