2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cobalt | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
