2004 Buick Century vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |