2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |