2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
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 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (273 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
