2002 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 821 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Paseo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
