1997 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 911 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3700 mm |