2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200. 2011 Chrysler 200 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. 2011 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Grand Espace | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
