2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Malibu | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
