2007 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Espace | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
