2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 735 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |