1992 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Espace. 2002 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Espace | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
