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 4 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 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. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
