2004 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. Both 2004 Acura RSX and 2000 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
