2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 471 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
