2006 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster 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 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
