2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
