2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Espace | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
