1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Pontiac Rageous is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Pontiac Rageous. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Rageous | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Rageous | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
