2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
