1995 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Espace | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
