2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
