2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
