2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 606 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
