2012 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 656 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat 500 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Espace |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3546 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1628 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2301 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |