1993 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
