2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Highlander | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
