1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 13 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 315 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Espace | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |
