2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 319 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Espace | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
