2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 645 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |