2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.

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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Grand Espace 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model Grand Espace New Beetle
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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