2006 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |