2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
