2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |