2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Prizm | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
