1993 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 585 kg more than 1993 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 97 L |
