1990 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | iQ |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |