2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Blazer | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
