2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,958 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Grand Espace (351 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
