2006 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. Both 2006 Renault Clio and 2000 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
