2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 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 | 1182 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |