1995 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 338 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace. 2011 Toyota Highlander 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. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
