2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |