2002 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 686 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
