2000 Acura Integra vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
