2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
