2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |