1995 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 483 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
