2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
