2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
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 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Optra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
