1997 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
