2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Espace | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |
