2006 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Espace | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |