2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. Both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 2,188 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |