2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 500 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
