2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |