2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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 Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |