2004 Acura CL vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
