2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 905 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |