2007 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
