2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 566 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |