2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 539 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |