2002 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |
