2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 626 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |