1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Venture | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |