2005 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 846 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |