2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 498 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Ram | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |