2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
