2006 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
