2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
