1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Step Wagon | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |