2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2003 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Previa | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Previa | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
