2007 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 471 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |