1997 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
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 Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
