2003 Renault Koleos vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (251 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Koleos | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
