2007 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |