2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
