2007 Renault Espace vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
