2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 589 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Tahoe | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |