2005 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 706 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RSX | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |