2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 217 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
