2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Grand Espace | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
