2003 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 608 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
