2005 Acura TL vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
