2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
