2002 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 855 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
