2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Beetle | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
