2003 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 269 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Espace | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
