2006 Renault Espace vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
