2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
