2007 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
