2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
