1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
