2007 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
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 Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 82 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
