2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 555 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, 2008 Renault Espace (250 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |