2002 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Juke |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
