2005 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 262 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
