2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 382 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |