2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 656 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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 Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |