2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2002 Renault Grand Espace
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Tahoe Grand Espace
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 462 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L