1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
