2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 546 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |