2006 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari 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 Renault Espace | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Espace | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
