2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2003 Renault Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Platina | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
