1999 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Grand Espace | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2512 mm |
