2002 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Espace | Colorado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |