2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
