1993 Renault Express vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
