2007 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 6 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX 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 217 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
