2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Espace |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
