2002 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |