1994 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
