2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 491 kg more than 2011 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 Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Grand Espace | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
