1996 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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 (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |