1999 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 432 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 1999 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 1999 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
