2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | GTO | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |