2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |