2000 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Espace | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
