2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
