2005 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
