2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Suburban and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |