2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Grand 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
