2004 Proton Juara vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara 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 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. 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 (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Juara | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Juara | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
