2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
