2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
