1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 399 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
