2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Mobilio | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |