2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
