2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
