2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Renault Espace

To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Daihatsu Terios 2002 Renault Espace
Make Daihatsu Renault
Model Terios Espace
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2810 mm


 

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