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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 77 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (273 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 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 | 2770 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
