2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Optra | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
