2006 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espace | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
