2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 83 L |
