2007 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |