2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Renault Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Armada | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |