2002 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
