1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
