2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 574 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
