2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 907 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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 (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
