1999 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
