2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Grand Espace | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |