2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |