2006 Acura RL vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |