2003 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |