2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 312 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
