2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Grand Espace | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
