2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Espace | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |