2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
