1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.

Because 1995 Acura NSX 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2007 Renault Grand Espace
Make Acura Renault
Model NSX Grand Espace
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2880 mm


 

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