1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Carina | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |