2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 814 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Envoy | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |