2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Grand Espace | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |