2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2271 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
