2007 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 435 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, 2006 Renault 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |