2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber 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 526 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Grand Espace | Caliber |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |