1998 Renault Espider vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Espider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Espider would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Renault Espider. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Espider.
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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Espider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Espider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Espider | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espider | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
