2006 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Espace | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
