2006 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 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, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
