2006 Renault Espace vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 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 99 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.

Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 Kyron 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Renault Espace 2009 SsangYong Kyron
Make Renault SsangYong
Model Espace Kyron
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2110 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 75 L


 

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