2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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 Grand Espace (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
