2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G25 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | G25 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
