2006 Renault Espace vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 6 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
