2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Espace | Musso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
