2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
