2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Optra and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Optra | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |