2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Espace | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
