2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Espace | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
