2006 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Acura TSX and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TSX | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |