2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Commander | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2958 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
