2004 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 2 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. Both 2004 Acura RSX and 2002 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
