2006 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
