2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
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 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 258 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. 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 (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Espace | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |