2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 60 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |