2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
