2004 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 578 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |