2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Move | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
