2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Grand Espace | RDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
