2002 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2002 Renault Espace and 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 129 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Renault | Jeep |
Model | Espace | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |