2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
