2002 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |