2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 654 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |