2008 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Renault Espace | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |