2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 4 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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 (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
