2009 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
