2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 2011 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Espace | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
