2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 549 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Albea | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |