2006 Renault Espace vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Toyota Camry. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 84 L |
