2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 915 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Titan | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2710 mm |
