2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Renault Grand Espace and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 978 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |