1992 Renault Express vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 904 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Express | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
