2007 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (304 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
