1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 254 kg more than 2013 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Grand Espace | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |