2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Prizm | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |