2002 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 557 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
