2001 Acura TL vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |