2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Grand Espace | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |