2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
