2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
