2006 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
