2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
