2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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 Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
