2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
