2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 706 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Mobilio has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Mobilio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Mobilio | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |