2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
