1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Galloper | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
