2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Colorado | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |