2009 Renault Trafic vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Trafic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
