2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
