2006 Acura RL vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
