2009 Renault Trafic vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Trafic | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Trafic | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |