2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
