2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
