2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 691 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |