1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1951 mm |
