2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
