2002 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
