2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 955 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Corsa | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |