2000 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2000 Mitsubishi Montero and 2000 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (309 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
