2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 291 kg more than 1994 Rover 800.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Espace | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
