2007 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Allion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
