2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
