2006 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 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) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Espace | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
