2010 Renault Trafic vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Trafic | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trafic | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
