2008 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 616 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 2004 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TSX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
