2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
