2003 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Espace | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |