1999 Buick Century vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |