2009 Acura TL vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
