2006 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
