2006 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari 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 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Espace | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
