2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 457 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
