2001 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Espace | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |