2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, both 2004 Hummer H2 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (316 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (488 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hummer H2 2004 Renault Grand Espace
Make Hummer Renault
Model H2 Grand Espace
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5963 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 138 HP
Torque 488 Nm 182 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2903 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2020 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 121 L 70 L


 

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