2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 983 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 77 L |
