2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Espace | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
