2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 354 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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 2012 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Espace | Titan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 140 L |