2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios II | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
