2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 612 | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 83 L |