2007 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
