2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
