2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 694 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Espace | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
