1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |