2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Espace | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
