2006 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
