2006 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |