2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
