2005 Renault Espace vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 794 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
