2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 621 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 447 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
