2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
