2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 742 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |