2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 642 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Grand Espace | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |