1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
