2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Espace | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |