2001 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Concorde | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
