1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Grand Espace | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
