2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 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 360 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Espace | 166 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
