2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
