2001 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V. 1999 Honda CR-V 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. 1999 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Grand Espace | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Grand Espace | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
