1997 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
