2006 Nissan Quest 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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
