2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 41 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
