2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 591 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
