1995 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
