1999 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 555 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Espace | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |