2004 Proton Arena vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Arena | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Arena | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
