2006 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Livina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
