2000 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Prelude | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |