2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
