2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 247 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Espace | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |