2002 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
