2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 156 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |