2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 950 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 108 L |
