2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 490 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.

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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Renault Grand Espace 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Renault Mitsubishi
Model Grand Espace Magna
Year Released 2004 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 74 L


 

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