2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 Espace (320 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |