2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Espace | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |