2005 Acura TL vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 347 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
