2007 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
