2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
