2000 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |