2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | RX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
