2005 Acura CL vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | CL | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |