2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |