2003 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Espace | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Supra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
