2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 850 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 Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
