2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |