2000 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Espace | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |