2001 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Grand Espace | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
