2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Hardbody | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
