2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1818 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 |
