2002 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
