2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |