2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | H1 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
