2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
