2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 636 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Armada | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |