2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
