2006 Acura TL vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |