2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Armada | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |