2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
