2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 845 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Gol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
