2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |