2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1869 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
