2002 Renault Espace vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
