2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 87 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Espace | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
