2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
