2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
