2008 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
