2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Grand Espace | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
