2002 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 3 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Espace | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |