2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Espace | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
