2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2002 Honda Z

To start off, both 2002 Renault Grand Espace and 2002 Honda Z were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 780 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Renault Grand Espace 2002 Honda Z
Make Renault Honda
Model Grand Espace Z
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 64 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 35 L


 

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