2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 177 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Espace | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |