1998 Renault Espider vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Renault Espider. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Espider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Espider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Espider | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espider | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
