2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 462 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
