2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
