1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 873 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2680 mm |
