2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
