2010 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
