2004 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Renault Espace

To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.

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 (270 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Accord 2006 Renault Espace
Make Honda Renault
Model Accord Espace
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1382 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L


 

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