1991 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 199 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
