1995 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
