2002 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 32 L |
