2006 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Mark II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |