1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 12 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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 524 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Espace | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
