1999 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2067 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |