2006 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Lexus GS 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 2012 Lexus GS. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Espace | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
