2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | A | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
