2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
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2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Espace | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |