2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 732 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
