1995 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 136 L |
