2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora 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 420 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Grand Espace | Evora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
