1997 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 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 Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
