2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 768 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
