2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
