2006 Mini One vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Mini One 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 Mini One. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini One has manual transmission. 2006 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
