2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 579 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
