1993 Renault Express vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express 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 (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 938 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3250 mm |
