2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 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 181 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Espace | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
