1997 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 128 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
