2010 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 423 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
