1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2004 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
