2005 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Renault Espace and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |