2002 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
