1997 Nissan Presea vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Presea | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Presea | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |