2006 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
