1992 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |