2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Espace | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |