2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Auris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
