2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
