2002 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 796 kg more than 2011 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Yaris |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |