2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 515 kg more than 1997 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Espace | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
