2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (190 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 554 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (273 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
