1995 Honda Today vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Today | Espace |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |