2000 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
