2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
