2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (190 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
