1994 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Espace | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Altima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
